2012 - 2013 catalog - Delta College

EMS 112 Basic Emergency Medical Technician
III
2 Sem Hrs
Requires concurrent enrollment in EMS 110, 111 and 113 and instructor’s
permission. Third in a sequence of four courses to prepare a student as a
Basic EMT. Emphasizes bandaging, splinting, backboarding concerning
injuries to the head & spine as well as musculoskeletal systems. To
successfully pass this course, the student will be required to successfully
complete the national registry exam and obtain a state license. Fees for
this exam and license are the responsibility of the student. (32-0)
EMS 113 Basic Emergency Medical Technician
Field Experience
2 Sem Hrs
Requires concurrent enrollment in EMS 110, 111 and 112 and instructor’s
permission. Fourth in a sequence of four courses to prepare a student as
a Basic EMT. Requires Clinical rotation for EMT (hospital & ambulance).
Successful completion of this course and EMS110, EMS111 and EMS112
enables the student to apply for and take the National Registry exam
to qualify for state licensing as a Basic EMT. To successfully pass this
course, the student will be required to successfully complete the National
Registry exam and obtain a state license. Fees for this exam and license
are the responsibility of the student. (0-32)
EMS 290-299 Special Projects in Emergency
Medical Service
English
ENG 090 Introduction to Academic Writing 4 Sem Hrs
Prerequisite: WRITING LEVEL 1: Provides those who are not yet prepared
for academic work in the regular composition sequence (ENG 111A,
ENG 111, ENG 112 or OAT 150, 151, 152) with opportunity to improve
their writing skills in an interactive and collaborative setting. Includes
practice of personal and academic writing with special attention given
to individual needs, which may include organization, sentence structure
and variety, correct usage, and vocabulary development. Practices active
reading strategies to understand, interpret, and apply information from
reading. Does not earn credit towards graduation. Must earn a grade of
“C” or better in ENG 090 for progression to the next level. (60-0)
ENG 093W Effective Reading and Vocabulary
Development
4 Sem Hrs
Prerequisite: READING LEVEL 1. Designed for those whose academic
and personal needs call for building skills, confidence, greater
comprehension, and enjoyment of reading. Includes techniques for
understanding and remembering a wider reading vocabulary. Applies
reading strategies to a wide variety of reading materials under the
guidance of an instructor. Does not earn credit towards graduation.
Credit may be earned in ENG 093 or ENG 108, but not both. (60-0)
ENG 097W Academic Reading 3 Sem Hrs
Prerequisite: READING LEVEL 2. Designed for those who are good
readers, but who still need to make improvements in reading, vocabulary,
and critical thinking to become successful and independent college
students. Provides instruction and practice in study-reading college
level texts; opportunities for self -selected research, reading and sharing
of information; and the chance to select and read imaginative materials
for pleasure and increased self -confidence as a reader. Does not earn
credit towards graduation.( Credit may be earned in ENG 097 or ENG
109 but not both. (45/0)
ENG 098 Preparation for College Writing 3 Sem Hrs
Prerequisite: WRITING LEVEL 2. Provides those who are not yet
prepared for academic work in the regular composition sequence (ENG
111A, ENG 111, ENG 112 or OAT,150, 151, 152) with opportunity to
improve their writing skills in an interactive and collaborative setting.
Includes practice with personal and academic writing. Does not earn
credit for graduation. (45-0)
ENG 105W English as a Second Language 5 Sem Hrs
Aids the speaker of English as a second language with intermediate and
advanced English language skills to communicate in academic and social
settings. Includes speaking, listening, reading, composition, non-verbal
communication and American culture. (75-0)
ENG 107W Elements of Grammar 2 Sem Hrs
Acquaints or refreshes students with useful, basic grammatical concepts
and options in written language. Includes illustration and practice of
sentence structure, usage, and punctuation. Strengthens writing skill
and language awareness in college or in the work force. (30-0)
ENG 111 College Composition I 3 Sem Hrs
Prerequisite: READING LEVEL 2 and WRITING LEVEL 4. Develops
fluent, effective, and confident writers. Practices the process of composing;
generating ideas; shaping and evaluating writing. Uses reading and
language awareness to further the development of writing. Credit may
be earned in only ENG 111, ENG 111A, ENG 111B, ENG 111C or ENG
111H. (45-15)
ENG 111A Writing Methods/College
Composition I
3 Sem Hrs
Prerequisite: READING LEVEL 2 and WRITING LEVEL 3. Develops
fluent, effective, and confident writers. Practices the process of composing;
generating ideas, shaping and evaluating their writing. Uses reading
and language awareness to further the development of their writing.
This course will transfer to universities and partially fulfill the college’s
English composition requirement. Credit may be earned in only ENG
111, ENG 111A, ENG 111B, ENG 111C or ENG 111H. (45-30)
ENG 111B College Composition I 3 Sem Hrs
Develops fluent, effective, and confident writers. Practices the process
of composing; generating ideas, shaping and evaluating their writing.
Uses reading and language awareness to further the development of their
writing. ENG 111B is intended to only be taken in a learning community
combination. Credit may be earned in one of the following: ENG 111,
ENG 111A, ENG 111B, ENG 111C or ENG 111H. (45-15)
ENG 111C Writing Methods/College
Composition I
3 Sem Hrs
Prerequisite: READING LEVEL 2 and WRITING LEVEL 3. Develops
fluent, effective, and confident writers. Practices the process of composing;
generating ideas, shaping and evaluating their writing. Uses reading
and language awareness to further the development of their writing.
This course will transfer to universities and partially fulfill the college’s
English composition requirement. ENG 111C is intended to only be
taken in a learning community combination. Credit may be earned in
only ENG 111 or ENG 111A, ENG 111B, ENG 111C or ENG 111H. (45-30)
ENG 111H College Composition I - Honors 3 Sem Hrs
Prerequisite: READING LEVEL4 and WRITING LEVEL 4 and permission
of the Honors Office. Develops fluent, effective, and confident writers.
Practices the process of composing; generating ideas; shaping and
evaluating writing. Uses reading and language awareness to further the
development of writing. Provides opportunities to engage in independent
intellectual inquiry to foster deeper learning. Credit may be earned in only
ENG 111 or ENG 111A or ENG 111B or ENG 111C or ENG 111H. (45-0)
ENG 112 College Composition II 3 Sem Hrs
Prerequisite: READNG LEVEL 3 and a “C” grade or better in any approved
college level composition I course. Expands abilities and versatility in
reading, language awareness, and composing for a range of purposes,
audiences, and situations, including academic research writing. Credit
may be earned in only ENG 112 or ENG 112A or ENG 112H. (45-0)
ENG 104W Applied Spelling Techniques 2 Sem Hrs
Emphasizes English spelling patterns and sequences as well as techniques
for approaching spelling for adult learners. Shows students how to
apply critical thinking strategies to identify and meet their individual
spelling needs. (30-0)
Delta College 2012-2013
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